Matthew 28:10

King James Version:

(The Lord speaking is red text)

Then said Jesus unto them, Be not afraid: go tell my brethren that they go into Galilee, and there shall they see me.

Complete Jewish Bible:

Then Yeshua said to them, "Don't be afraid! Go and tell my brothers to go to the Galil, and they will see me there."

Berean Standard Bible:

“Do not be afraid,” said Jesus. “Go and tell My brothers to go to Galilee. There they will see Me.”

American Standard Version:

Then saith Jesus unto them, Fear not: go tell my brethren that they depart into Galilee, and there shall they see me.

KJV with Strong’s Numbers:

Then^{G5119} said^{G3004} Jesus^{G2424} unto them^{G846}, Be^{G5399} not^{G3361} afraid^{G5399}: go^{G565} tell^{G518} my^{G3450} brethren^{G80} that^{G2443} they go^{G5217} into^{G1519} Galilee^{G1056}, and there^{G2546} shall they see^{G3700} me^{G3165}.

Cross-References (KJV):

Romans 8:29

¶ For whom he did foreknow, he also did predestinate [to be] conformed to the image of his Son, that he might be the firstborn among many brethren.

John 20:17

Jesus saith unto her, Touch me not; for I am not yet ascended to my Father: but go to my brethren, and say unto them, I ascend unto my Father, and your Father; and [to] my God, and your God.

Matthew 28:7

And go quickly, and tell his disciples that he is risen from the dead; and, behold, he goeth before you into Galilee; there shall ye see him: lo, I have told you.

Matthew 28:5

And the angel answered and said unto the women, Fear not ye: for I know that ye seek Jesus, which was crucified.

Matthew 14:27

But straightway Jesus spake unto them, saying, Be of good cheer; it is I; be not afraid.

Mark 16:7

But go your way, tell his disciples and Peter that he goeth before you into Galilee: there shall ye see him, as he said unto you.

Matthew 25:40

And the King shall answer and say unto them, Verily I say unto you, Inasmuch as ye have done [it] unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done [it] unto me.

Explore This Verse Across Other Resources:

Commentary for Matthew 28:10

Matthew 28:10 is part of the resurrection narrative in the Gospel of Matthew, which is one of the four canonical Gospels in the New Testament. This verse occurs immediately after the women who followed Jesus discover the empty tomb and encounter the risen Christ. In the historical context of the time, the resurrection of Jesus was a pivotal event for his followers, as it validated his teachings and divine nature, and it became the central tenet of Christian faith.

In this verse, Jesus addresses the women directly, telling them not to be afraid. Fear was a common reaction to supernatural encounters in the biblical world, and Jesus' reassurance would have been both comforting and empowering. His instruction to "go tell my brethren" refers specifically to the male disciples, who had abandoned Jesus during his arrest and crucifixion. This commandment serves as a reinstatement of the disciples, calling them back to their role as his followers and apostles.

The directive to go to Galilee is significant because it was the region where Jesus began his ministry and where many of his key teachings and miracles took place. Galilee, therefore, represents a place of beginnings and of Jesus' public manifestation of his mission. The promise that "there shall they see me" not only confirms the reality of the resurrection but also sets the stage for future encounters between the risen Christ and his disciples, which are detailed later in the chapter, including the Great Commission (Matthew 28:16-20).

In summary, Matthew 28:10 encapsulates the themes of reassurance, mission, and reunion. It reflects the transformative impact of the resurrection on Jesus' followers, transitioning them from a state of fear and uncertainty to one of purpose and anticipation. This verse underscores the importance of Galilee as a significant location in the ministry of Jesus and prefigures the post-resurrection appearances that would fortify the disciples' faith and empower them to spread the Gospel message.

*This commentary is produced by Microsoft/WizardLM-2-8x22B AI model

Strong's Numbers and Definitions:

Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)

Strong's Number: G5119
There are 157 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: τότε
Transliteration: tóte
Pronunciation: tot'-eh
Description: from (the neuter of) ὁ and ὅτε; the when, i.e. at the time that (of the past or future, also in consecution):--that time, then.
Strong's Number: G3004
There are 1244 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: λέγω
Transliteration: légō
Pronunciation: leg'-o
Description: a primary verb; properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas ἔπω and φημί generally refer to an individual expression or speech respectively; while ῥέω is properly to break silence merely, and λαλέω means an extended or random harangue)); by implication, to mean:--ask, bid, boast, call, describe, give out, name, put forth, say(-ing, on), shew, speak, tell, utter.
Strong's Number: G2424
There are 935 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: Ἰησοῦς
Transliteration: Iēsoûs
Pronunciation: ee-ay-sooce'
Description: of Hebrew origin (יְהוֹשׁוּעַ); Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites:--Jesus.
Strong's Number: G846
There are 3776 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: αὐτός
Transliteration: autós
Pronunciation: ow-tos'
Description: from the particle (perhaps akin to the base of ἀήρ through the idea of a baffling wind) (backward); the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the comparative ἑαυτοῦ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons:--her, it(-self), one, the other, (mine) own, said, (self-), the) same, ((him-, my-, thy- )self, (your-)selves, she, that, their(-s), them(-selves), there(-at, - by, -in, -into, -of, -on, -with), they, (these) things, this (man), those, together, very, which. Compare αὑτοῦ.
Strong's Number: G5399
There are 90 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: φοβέω
Transliteration: phobéō
Pronunciation: fob-eh'-o
Description: from φόβος; to frighten, i.e. (passively) to be alarmed; by analogy, to be in awe of, i.e. revere:--be (+ sore) afraid, fear (exceedingly), reverence.
Strong's Number: G3361
There are 602 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: μή
Transliteration: mḗ
Pronunciation: may
Description: a primary particle of qualified negation (whereas οὐ expresses an absolute denial); (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas οὐ expects an affirmative one)) whether:--any but (that), X forbear, + God forbid, + lack, lest, neither, never, no (X wise in), none, nor, (can-)not, nothing, that not, un(-taken), without. Often used in compounds in substantially the same relations. See also ἐὰν μή, ἵνα μή, οὐ μή, μῆκος, μηκύνω, μήν, μὴ οὐκ.
Strong's Number: G565
There are 2564 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἀπέρχομαι
Transliteration: apérchomai
Pronunciation: ap-erkh'-om-ahee
Description: from ἀπό and ἔρχομαι; to go off (i.e. depart), aside (i.e. apart) or behind (i.e. follow), literally or figuratively:--come, depart, go (aside, away, back, out, … ways), pass away, be past.
Strong's Number: G518
There are 125 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἀπαγγέλλω
Transliteration: apangéllō
Pronunciation: ap-ang-el'-lo
Description: from ἀπό and the base of ἄγγελος; to announce:--bring word (again), declare, report, shew (again), tell.
Strong's Number: G3450
There are 471 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: μοῦ
Transliteration: moû
Pronunciation: moo
Description: the simpler form of ἐμοῦ; of me:--I, me, mine (own), my.
Strong's Number: G80
There are 344 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἀδελφός
Transliteration: adelphós
Pronunciation: ad-el-fos'
Description: from Α (as a connective particle) and (the womb); a brother (literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like Α):--brother.
Strong's Number: G2443
There are 535 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἵνα
Transliteration: hína
Pronunciation: hin'-ah
Description: probably from the same as the former part of ἑαυτοῦ (through the demonstrative idea; compare ὁ); in order that (denoting the purpose or the result):--albeit, because, to the intent (that), lest, so as, (so) that, (for) to. Compare ἵνα μή.
Strong's Number: G5217
There are 77 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ὑπάγω
Transliteration: hypágō
Pronunciation: hoop-ag'-o
Description: from ὑπό and ἄγω; to lead (oneself) under, i.e. withdraw or retire (as if sinking out of sight), literally or figuratively:--depart, get hence, go (a-)way.
Strong's Number: G1519
There are 1513 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: εἰς
Transliteration: eis
Pronunciation: ice
Description: a primary preposition; to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases:--(abundant-)ly, against, among, as, at, (back-)ward, before, by, concerning, + continual, + far more exceeding, for (intent, purpose), fore, + forth, in (among, at, unto, -so much that, -to), to the intent that, + of one mind, + never, of, (up-)on, + perish, + set at one again, (so) that, therefore(-unto), throughout, til, to (be, the end, -ward), (here-)until(-to), …ward, (where-)fore, with. Often used in composition with the same general import, but only with verbs (etc.) expressing motion (literally or figuratively).
Strong's Number: G1056
There are 62 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: Γαλιλαία
Transliteration: Galilaía
Pronunciation: gal-il-ah'-yah
Description: of Hebrew origin (גָּלִיל); Galilæa (i.e. the heathen circle), a region of Palestine:--Galilee.
Strong's Number: G2546
There are 11 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: κἀκεῖ
Transliteration: kakeî
Pronunciation: kak-i'
Description: from καί and ἐκεῖ; likewise in that place:--and there, there (thither) also.
Strong's Number: G3700
There are 57 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ὀπτάνομαι
Transliteration: optánomai
Pronunciation: op'-tom-ahee
Description: a (middle voice) prolonged form of the primary (middle voice) ; which is used for it in certain tenses; and both as alternate of ὁράω; to gaze (i.e. with wide-open eyes, as at something remarkable; and thus differing from βλέπω, which denotes simply voluntary observation; and from εἴδω, which expresses merely mechanical, passive or casual vision; while θεάομαι, and still more emphatically its intensive θεωρέω, signifies an earnest but more continued inspection; and σκοπέω a watching from a distance):--appear, look, see, shew self.
Strong's Number: G3165
There are 277 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: μέ
Transliteration: mé
Pronunciation: meh
Description: a shorter (and probably original) form of ἐμέ; me:--I, me, my.

This site was crafted entirely from the ground up—every line of code, every feature, and every design detail is the result of my dedication to creating a platform that connects you with God’s Word in a truly unique way. Thank you for visiting. - Faisal A.